Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New York
Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York draw engineering and operations talent to employers across Buffalo's advanced manufacturing corridor, the Hudson Valley's semiconductor facilities, and Long Island's aerospace supply chain. Companies like Corning, Lockheed Martin, and Regeneron file Labor Condition Applications for STEM OPT workers in process engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing systems roles.
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TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industry. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts™, has been our strength for over 50 years.
At TOMRA, we want people to innovate, show passion in their work and be responsible. We encourage the freedom to innovate and take risks that result in breakthroughs that challenge the status quo. We value passion that focuses and commits to meeting success. We believe in a responsible and safe mindset that takes care of our customers, products, and fellow employees.
Job Description
The Field Service Engineer is responsible for delivering exceptional technical support, maintenance, installation, and customer training services for TOMRA's cutting-edge food sorting equipment. This role aims to ensure the seamless operation of TOMRA's solutions, maximize equipment performance and enhance customer satisfaction.
Primary Job Functions
- Perform field service work at customer sites which includes installation, commissioning, testing, integration, optimization, maintenance and repair, ensuring full functionality according to machine specifications.
- Perform all mechanical, electrical, electronic and optical tuning and setup.
- Analyze, evaluate and diagnose equipment; troubleshooting machine problems through to resolution.
- Perform preventative maintenance including preseason service, postseason service and enhancing ongoing performance of machines.
- React in a prompt and professional manner to customer machine issues in the field. Where an easy fix is not possible, ensure customer is well informed of the next steps and potential costs.
- Address customer complaints and if necessary, escalate to appropriate stakeholders.
- Maintain close relationships and work collaboratively with engineering, research & development, sales, customer solution delivery and other internal stakeholders for continuous improvement activities, to advise on any potential sales opportunities and to successfully complete projects. Contribution and collaboration is vital whether its research and development site testing, refurbishment, refitting, upgrades or new installs, all projects require teamwork.
- Act as the voice of the customer in the value chain to improve products systems and services, by reporting on feedback and comments received in the field leadership, research and development, or sales.
- Assist with training and development of new Field Service Engineers, as requested.
- Instruct and train customers on operation of machine, utilization and required maintenance of the systems.
- Manage and control tools, test equipment, technical documentation and other assigned equipment.
- Embrace related assignments and responsibilities as required to contribute to the overall success of the team.
- Promote a “Safety First” culture throughout the company, our customers, and our industry.
Qualifications
Required:
- An Associate's degree in electrical, electronic, automation, mechanical, mechatronics, sustainable manufacturing, or industrial engineering is preferred or combination education and equivalent experience is accepted.
- Relevant knowledge of electronics/electrical assembly and wiring.
- Strong understanding / knowledge of electronics and electrical assembly and wiring.
- Proven to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and/or governmental regulations.
- Assist and support customers in a professional manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, internal and external associates and management.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with customers in the English language as necessary.
- Competent with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook.
- A positive attitude with a strong customer service mindset.
Experience:
- Two plus years’ experience in field service and customer support.
- Two plus years’ experience in PC building, repairing and diagnostic testing.
- Two plus years’ experience in installing software on PC’s.
- Experience with packaging and or printing machinery a plus.
- Experience engaging with customers in a service delivery environment.
- Experience in electronic system troubleshooting a plus.
- Working knowledge of basic analog and digital circuits, electrical power circuits, PLC circuits.
- Working knowledge of basic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and configurations.
- Ability to read schematics.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work in Food processing plants, farms, cold storage facilities, and outside in high/low temperatures.
- Ability to work in an open office environment as well as industrial customer worksites.
Travel:
- Willing to travel for at least 70% of the time, domestic and international travel based on a flexible schedule; includes weekends and/or holiday travels.
- Ability to obtain a passport.
Driving:
- Ability to drive without restrictions in residency country.
Additional Information
Pay Band
For U.S. applicants, in accordance with applicable disclosure requirements, the anticipated annual base pay range for the Field Service Engineer position is $25.67 to $32.46. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.
Why work for us:
Be part of a mission to transform how we all obtain, use and reuse the planet’s resources to enable a world without waste. We love innovation, a collaborative environment where idea sharing and thinking outside the box is encouraged.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% employee premium coverage.
- 31 days of PTO annually (vacation, sick, and holidays), increasing with tenure.
- 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4% of your contributions.
- 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave for eligible employees.
- Up to 4 days of paid bereavement leave to support employees during personal loss.
- Employee Assistance Program supporting mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
- Inclusive culture that values diversity, well-being, and teamwork.
- Global career growth opportunities with strong internal promotion record.
Proud Gold Level 2024 & 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Award recipient
TOMRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industry. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts™, has been our strength for over 50 years.
At TOMRA, we want people to innovate, show passion in their work and be responsible. We encourage the freedom to innovate and take risks that result in breakthroughs that challenge the status quo. We value passion that focuses and commits to meeting success. We believe in a responsible and safe mindset that takes care of our customers, products, and fellow employees.
Job Description
The Field Service Engineer is responsible for delivering exceptional technical support, maintenance, installation, and customer training services for TOMRA's cutting-edge food sorting equipment. This role aims to ensure the seamless operation of TOMRA's solutions, maximize equipment performance and enhance customer satisfaction.
Primary Job Functions
- Perform field service work at customer sites which includes installation, commissioning, testing, integration, optimization, maintenance and repair, ensuring full functionality according to machine specifications.
- Perform all mechanical, electrical, electronic and optical tuning and setup.
- Analyze, evaluate and diagnose equipment; troubleshooting machine problems through to resolution.
- Perform preventative maintenance including preseason service, postseason service and enhancing ongoing performance of machines.
- React in a prompt and professional manner to customer machine issues in the field. Where an easy fix is not possible, ensure customer is well informed of the next steps and potential costs.
- Address customer complaints and if necessary, escalate to appropriate stakeholders.
- Maintain close relationships and work collaboratively with engineering, research & development, sales, customer solution delivery and other internal stakeholders for continuous improvement activities, to advise on any potential sales opportunities and to successfully complete projects. Contribution and collaboration is vital whether its research and development site testing, refurbishment, refitting, upgrades or new installs, all projects require teamwork.
- Act as the voice of the customer in the value chain to improve products systems and services, by reporting on feedback and comments received in the field leadership, research and development, or sales.
- Assist with training and development of new Field Service Engineers, as requested.
- Instruct and train customers on operation of machine, utilization and required maintenance of the systems.
- Manage and control tools, test equipment, technical documentation and other assigned equipment.
- Embrace related assignments and responsibilities as required to contribute to the overall success of the team.
- Promote a “Safety First” culture throughout the company, our customers, and our industry.
Qualifications
Required:
- An Associate's degree in electrical, electronic, automation, mechanical, mechatronics, sustainable manufacturing, or industrial engineering is preferred or combination education and equivalent experience is accepted.
- Relevant knowledge of electronics/electrical assembly and wiring.
- Strong understanding / knowledge of electronics and electrical assembly and wiring.
- Proven to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and/or governmental regulations.
- Assist and support customers in a professional manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, internal and external associates and management.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with customers in the English language as necessary.
- Competent with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook.
- A positive attitude with a strong customer service mindset.
Experience:
- Two plus years’ experience in field service and customer support.
- Two plus years’ experience in PC building, repairing and diagnostic testing.
- Two plus years’ experience in installing software on PC’s.
- Experience with packaging and or printing machinery a plus.
- Experience engaging with customers in a service delivery environment.
- Experience in electronic system troubleshooting a plus.
- Working knowledge of basic analog and digital circuits, electrical power circuits, PLC circuits.
- Working knowledge of basic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and configurations.
- Ability to read schematics.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work in Food processing plants, farms, cold storage facilities, and outside in high/low temperatures.
- Ability to work in an open office environment as well as industrial customer worksites.
Travel:
- Willing to travel for at least 70% of the time, domestic and international travel based on a flexible schedule; includes weekends and/or holiday travels.
- Ability to obtain a passport.
Driving:
- Ability to drive without restrictions in residency country.
Additional Information
Pay Band
For U.S. applicants, in accordance with applicable disclosure requirements, the anticipated annual base pay range for the Field Service Engineer position is $25.67 to $32.46. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.
Why work for us:
Be part of a mission to transform how we all obtain, use and reuse the planet’s resources to enable a world without waste. We love innovation, a collaborative environment where idea sharing and thinking outside the box is encouraged.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% employee premium coverage.
- 31 days of PTO annually (vacation, sick, and holidays), increasing with tenure.
- 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4% of your contributions.
- 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave for eligible employees.
- Up to 4 days of paid bereavement leave to support employees during personal loss.
- Employee Assistance Program supporting mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
- Inclusive culture that values diversity, well-being, and teamwork.
- Global career growth opportunities with strong internal promotion record.
Proud Gold Level 2024 & 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Award recipient
TOMRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New York?
New York manufacturers with consistent STEM OPT hiring histories include Corning Incorporated in Corning, GlobalFoundries in Malta, Lockheed Martin in Owego, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in Tarrytown, and Moog Inc. in East Aurora. These employers file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for engineering, process improvement, and manufacturing systems roles that fall under STEM-designated CIP codes, making them eligible for STEM OPT sponsorship.
Which cities in New York have the most manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Buffalo and the surrounding Niagara region anchor New York's advanced manufacturing sector, with significant aerospace and defense activity. The Capital Region around Albany and Malta hosts semiconductor and photonics employers. Long Island supports aerospace and defense supply chain roles, while the Hudson Valley concentrates biopharmaceutical and specialty chemical manufacturing. New York City's outer boroughs also have food manufacturing and industrial operations employers that sponsor STEM OPT workers.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code matching your degree. In manufacturing, qualifying positions commonly include process engineer, quality engineer, manufacturing systems analyst, industrial engineer, materials scientist, and supply chain analyst. These roles typically require a STEM degree in engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related discipline. General production or assembly positions without a degree requirement rarely qualify.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for New York manufacturing employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history. Because Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application filing data, you can see which manufacturers have actively sponsored STEM OPT workers rather than relying on employer self-reporting. Filter by location to focus on Buffalo, Albany, or Long Island manufacturing clusters.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in New York manufacturing?
New York employers must comply with state labor law in addition to DOL prevailing wage requirements under the LCA. Some New York manufacturers participate in the state's Empire State Development programs and workforce initiatives, which can signal openness to international talent pipelines. New York's semiconductor investment under the CHIPS Act has expanded STEM OPT opportunities in the Capital Region, though sponsorship decisions remain at each employer's discretion and are not guaranteed.